Let’s continue exploring which IT specialties, both technical and non-technical, are in demand today. We’ll also consider personal qualities that can help you decide which IT field is right for you to start your career in.

In our previous two articles (PART 1 and PART 2), we focused on various professions related to information systems and programming. It’s a broad spectrum of professions that not only involve technical aspects. With the development of artificial intelligence, the IT field is experiencing rapid growth, leading to the emergence of new specialties. How do you determine which path to pursue and which IT sector to choose?

Personal qualities that will help you become a successful IT specialist

The profession of an IT specialist is largely defined by personal qualities and how one deals with challenges. Working in IT requires the ability to adapt to new circumstances, resolve conflicts, work in teams, and take responsibility for one’s actions.

A specialist in information systems should possess a range of qualities, including:

• Self-learning ability
• Systematic approach to tasks
• Perseverance
• Ability to focus on important details
• Initiative
• Time management
• Motivation
• Attention to detail
• Desire for self-improvement
• Ability to switch between tasks
• Creativity
• Organization

The profession of an information systems specialist often involves numerous tasks and limited time for completion. Good stress resistance and the ability to manage workload will allow IT specialists to remain productive, avoid burnout, and enhance the quality of their work.

Overview of IT Professions: Technical Specialties

Who is an information systems specialist? This is a professional who is engaged in creating, testing, modifying, and operating various business applications and digital information sets. What roles are available in the field of information systems and technologies?

WordPress Developer

A WordPress Developer creates websites using the WordPress content management system. This platform offers extensive capabilities for implementing online solutions quickly using ready-made themes and templates. According to W3Techs, around 43.2% of all websites on the global internet are built on the WordPress platform.

Tasks of a WordPress Developer:

• Website creation – back-end and front-end development
• Creating, testing, and implementing new functional solutions such as plugins, scripts, etc.
• Ensuring website security
• Monitoring the performance of WordPress-based internet resources

1C Programmer

Another profession in information systems is the 1C programmer. The “1C” system includes a set of software, including enterprise management programs, as well as software for tax, accounting, and managerial accounting.

Skills and tasks of a 1C programmer:

• Knowledge of Windows and Linux systems, 1C:Enterprise programming language, C++, C Sharp, and SQL
• Understanding and regulating enterprise processes
• Optimizing and automating company operations using software
• Installing programs, configuring interfaces and databases, managing user rights
• Connecting trade equipment to “1C”
• Updating configurations, expanding functionality
• Training in program usage

.NET Developer

Description of the profession: A .NET Developer is an expert in designing, configuring, developing, and testing software tailored to specific business needs. .NET is a platform (framework) created by Microsoft, where programmers can create various digital products.

Tasks of .NET developers:

• Designing, programming, and implementing software
• Identifying and analyzing problems
• Software design development
• Compiling a list of system requirements

Information Security Analyst

This is a profession for an IT specialist who monitors, identifies, and analyzes various types of threats, especially in the area of personal data. Tasks of an information security analyst:

• Network security monitoring
• Monitoring potential vulnerabilities in software
• Systematizing threats and issues
• Creating reports to enhance security

Product Lead

Unlike a product manager, who focuses on a single project, an IT specialist oversees multiple projects and teams.

Tasks of a Product Lead:

• Market analysis and creation of a new product strategy
• Development of the product roadmap
• Formation of a team of specialists
• Monitoring user requests to identify key product features
• Control over the development process, facilitating communication among specialists
• Prioritization of tasks and product features

Overview of IT Professions: Non-Technical Specialties

IT Specialist profession can be both technical and non-technical. Experts in this field, particularly in their niche, are responsible for promoting digital products, advertising them, building communications, conducting the search for new employees, or establishing effective interaction between all team members and clients.

Account Manager

His area of expertise includes working with the client, identifying weaknesses in the communication system, and developing relationships between the project team and the client.

Tasks of an account manager:

• Addressing client requests, providing professional advice on project issues
• Document management during project work
• Informing all project participants about new changes in the work process
• Creating work reports for clients
• Monitoring payments against issued invoices

Sourcer/Researcher

A new profession in the field of information systems is the sourcer (or researcher). In some companies, these are two different professions. A sourcer is responsible for finding qualified candidates among potential applicants. A researcher identifies these candidates and conducts initial screening.

Tasks of a sourcer/researcher:

• Searching for candidates for open positions
• Compiling and sending emails
• Defining job requirements as per recruiter’s request
• Screening candidate profiles for suitability
• Building a candidate database
• Coordinating communication between potential candidates and recruiters

Project Manager

The role of an IT specialist as a project manager requires deep knowledge of project and team management.

Tasks of a project manager:

• Planning – setting goals, vision, expected outcomes, budget, and timelines
• Building a team for each project
• Monitoring each stage, effectively addressing emerging issues
• Establishing communication among all project stakeholders
• Developing and implementing methods to improve business processes

Art Director

In the field of information systems and programming, an art director performs multiple functions related to design, management, and marketing. They lead a team of specialists and oversee processes during each project’s implementation, ensuring the creative department’s work meets quality standards.

Tasks of an Art Director:

• Concept development
• Team selection
• Market and competitor analysis, trend identification
• Communication with clients and employees
• Budget allocation
• Content selection
• Pipeline development
• Documentation management for the team

SEO Specialist

SEO specialists are responsible for promoting websites online. Their task involves adapting websites to search engine algorithms for favorable rankings, aiming to bring the site to the top of search results to attract users.

Tasks of SEO specialist:

• Goal analysis
• Competitor monitoring
• Creating a semantic core based on user queries
• Developing website structure
• Formulating promotion strategies
• Website optimization
• Writing technical tasks for copywriters
• Promotion through geoservices
• Link building

Tips for Choosing a Specialization

To choose the right specialization in IT, think about what you enjoy doing. Ideally, turn your hobby into your job to stay motivated. Prepare a small portfolio for any resume. Once you’ve chosen your field—whether technical or non-technical in IT—try to gain some initial experience. Many specialties are related, so starting with one can lead to another similar field.

Review the requirements of the positions that interest you. Analyze how well you fit them. Don’t hesitate to attend trial interviews, communicate with recruiters, and ask for feedback. Experiment, look for what aligns with your goals and abilities.

Conclusion

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